James Van Der Beek says he has colorectal cancer
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The 'Dawson’s Creek' alum told People magazine in a statement published Sunday that he has colorectal cancer.
James Van Der Beek is opening up about a health battle.
The “Dawson’s Creek” alum told CNN in a statement Sunday that he has colorectal cancer.
“I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family,” his statement said.
Van Der Beek, 47, added: “There’s reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.”
People magazine was first to report the news.
In the United States, about 1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society.
In a statement posted to his Instagram page Sunday a few hours after his initial statement was released, Van Der Beek wrote that he’s been “getting treatment and dialing in my overall health with greater focus than ever before.”
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